Unit Secretary - Neurosurgery Progressive Care - Rotating

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Acute Neuroscience Trauma unit, a Level I Trauma Center. The role involves clerical duties, patient record management, and coordination with clinical staff in a high-acuity setting, including exposure to medications and supplies.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and preferred familiarity with medical terminology, EMR, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, medical terminology, and MIS preferred.
• Experience in a health care setting and EMR usage preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit records.
• Handle medications and related supplies as needed.
• Unit Secretaries work all three shifts, weekends and holidays as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare setting experience

Microsoft Office

EMR usage

MIS experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Terminology course

Tools

EMR software

Job description

The Acute Neuroscience Trauma unit is the primary unit for neurology and neurosurgery patients-acute and progressive care. We are a Level I Trauma Center and Joint Commission accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center of Excellence. The patient population we service consists of brain and spinal cord injuries, strokes, seizures, and a variety of movement disorders. Apply to this fast-paced, high acuity unit and grow your knowledge in the care of patients with lumbar drains, stable ventilators, tracheostomies, complex wounds and post-operative care. Our unit collaborates with other services to provide the safest, patient centered care. We have a highly engaged nurse resiliency team and amazing team work.

The Unit Secretary performs a variety of clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit activities, data and records.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:

N/A

Experience REQUIRED:

N/A

Experience PREFERRED:

• Previous experience setting up and maintaining office system (organizational skills)
• Previous experience with medical insurance, MIS, and medical terminology
• Previous experience in a health care setting
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office software
• Previous experience with use of EMR

Education/training REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED

Education/training PREFERRED:

• Completion of a Medical Terminology course

Independent action(s) required:

• Able to perform daily activities with minimal supervision.
• Self directed in the accomplishment of routine activities.

Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):

N/A

Additional position requirements:

• Unit Secretaries work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with specific Nurse Manager.
• Schedules including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or the best interest of the work unit.

Age Specific groups served:

N/A

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

• Physical - Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Repetitive motion
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Range

$15.69 - $23.53

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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